Behavioral Health Social Worker, Licensed Independent Clinical - Greater New Bedford Community Health Center

Full-time (30-40 hours weekly)

Clinic Hours: Weekdays 8:00AM-6:00PM, Saturdays 8:00AM-4:30PM

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Provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and brief behavioral health interventions for patients within the primary care, outpatient setting.

Conduct Individual Therapy sessions with the adult population to improve mental health outcomes while supporting and respecting different cultural backgrounds.

Support and closely coordinate mental health care with the patient’s primary care provider and other treating mental health and addiction treatment providers; collaborate with the larger behavioral health, care coordination, and medical teams.

Screen and assess patients for depression, postpartum depression, anxiety, adjustment, substance use, and other behavioral health disorders using the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria.

Provide brief interventions using evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Treatment (CBT), DBT, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and/or other treatments appropriate for psychotherapy.

Provide patient education about mental health and substance abuse disorders and available treatment options.

Monitor patients (in person or by telephone) for changes in clinical symptoms and treatment side effects or complications.

Report all suspected cases of abuse, neglect, and follows up to ensure patient receives timely comprehensive consultations and compliance with legal mandates.

Conduct urgent behavioral health and crisis interventions as needed to evaluate for next level of care required for the safety and well-being of the patient; communicate with the local Crisis Centers and higher levels of care.

Required Education 

Master’s in Social Work

Current and unrestricted Massachusetts Clinical Social Worker License

Current BLS/CPR Certification

Other Skills & Qualifications:

At least one (1) year independent practice experience is preferred

Commitment and interest in working with multi-cultural and impoverished populations

Excellent team building & interpersonal skills

WHAT WE OFFER:

Collaborative & supportive work environment

Flexible work schedule (one late weekday and/or rotating Saturdays)

Generous Earned Time off: 40 days of paid time per year (includes 12 paid holidays)

Annual CME allowance Plus time off

Malpractice Insurance – Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA)

Paid License Renewals

Retirement savings plan (403b) with match

Medical benefits available upon date of hire

Dental, Vision, Disability insurance

Annual Tuition Reimbursement (up to $3250 prorated based on hours)

HRSA, Mass League and PSLF Loan Program eligibility

HPSA Score = 19 [Location ID: 7586318445]

New Bedford Community Health (NBCH) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and encourage persons of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. Women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with different abilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are committed to having an inclusive and transparent environment where every voice is heard and acknowledged. NBCH does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V